Art Deco Amsterdam School Oak Side Table with Macassar Ebony Inlay, Netherlands, 1920s

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A distinctive Dutch side table from the 1920s, executed in solid oak and decorated with a striking cross-shaped inlay in … Read more A distinctive Dutch side table from the 1920s, executed in solid oak and decorated with a striking cross-shaped inlay in Macassar ebony on the tabletop. The graphic ebony lines divide the circular top into four sections, creating a subtle yet elegant ornament typical of Dutch decorative design of the period.

The table stands on a sculptural base composed of four organically curved supports that flow downward into a cylindrical pedestal. This architectural yet fluid construction is highly characteristic of the Amsterdam School and Dutch Arts & Crafts tradition, where expressive forms and strong craftsmanship play a central role.
The warm tone and pronounced grain of the oak contrast beautifully with the deep, striped pattern of the Macassar ebony, giving the piece both visual richness and material depth. The cylindrical base is a particularly uncommon feature and adds to the sculptural quality of the design.

with its modest proportions, the table works perfectly as a side table or small coffee table.
Constructionally very solid and stable. The tabletop shows light signs of age and use consistent with its age. See less